Part II

THEMATIC ESSAY QUESTION

Directions: Write a well-organized essay that includes an introduction, several paragraphs addressing the task

below, and a conclusion.

Theme: Nationalism

Throughout history, nationalist movements have begun in different countries and

regions with the hope of achieving either unification or independence. The results

of these movements have been mixed.

Task:

Select one country or region and

• Describe the historical circumstances that led the people of this country or

region to begin a nationalist movement

• Describe a goal of the nationalist movement

• Discuss a method used to achieve this goal

• Discuss the results of this nationalist movement on this country or region

You may use any country or region from your study of global history. Some suggestions you

might wish to consider include Germany, Kenya, India, China, Latin America, the Balkans,

and the Middle East.

You are not limited to these suggestions.

Do not use a nationalist movement in the British North American colonies or

the United States in your response.

Guidelines:

In your essay, be sure to

• Develop all aspects of the task

• Support the theme with relevant facts, examples, and detail

• Use a logical and clear plan of organization, including an introduction and a conclusion that

are beyond a restatement of the theme